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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: Chapter VI, "The Robinson Affair".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What instrument does Karl play?
(a) Violin.
(b) Cello.
(c) Piano.
(d) Flute.

2. What does the stoker suggest that Karl should do with his life?
(a) Join a trade union.
(b) Go back to Europe.
(c) Find work out West.
(d) Go to college.

3. What argument does Pollunder give to persuade Jakob to let Karl come for a visit?
(a) Karl will have a chance to learn more about the business.
(b) His cook has already prepared dinner for a guest.
(c) His daughter is looking forward to the visit.
(d) Karl will have an opportunity to practice his English.

4. What makes Karl feel better about the early hour at which he has to get up for his riding lessons?
(a) The novelty of having a valet help him dress.
(b) The view of the sunrise from his balcony.
(c) The luxury of his bathtub.
(d) The hearty breakfasts he is served.

5. What does the head cook promise to bring Karl on the day following his firing?
(a) The money he has left in her safe.
(b) The address of another hotel he can work at.
(c) The business correspondence manual.
(d) A clean new suit.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Karl's relationship with Rennel show that Karl has not grown much from his experiences?

2. What is Karl eating at the end of Chapter V, "At the Occidental Hotel"?

3. What makes it so difficult for Karl to get a meal for himself and his companions at the Occidental Hotel?

4. Why are Karl and Jakob confused when Pollunder shows up to take Karl home with him?

5. What happens as Karl steps out onto the stairs leading into the smaller boat that will take him to shore?

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